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The ''Our Lady'' window in the Ste Mere Eglise - it's probably the only such window where the Virgin Mary isn't surrounded by angels; she's surrounded by paratroopers. For the locals, they were the angels of the town, who rescued the people from their German oppressors.

The Longest Day

September 11th 2009
Geo: 49.2764, -0.705529The bathroom in my room has an odd odour ... I have no idea why, since it's only got a shower stall and a sink, and the toilet is down the hall. Maybe it's smelly gases backing up through the drains, or perhaps it's me??? Another bad sleep, because I didn't bother with earplugs last night since I had my own room. Some other guests checked out quite early ... read more

Europe » France

Although ultimately a victor in World Wars I and II, France suffered extensive losses in its empire, wealth, manpower, and rank as a dominant nation-state. Nevertheless, France today is one of the most modern countries in the world and is a leader am... ... read more

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